New SITKA Equinox Guard Collection Solids – Insect/Tick Prevention

Turkey hunting season is upon us throughout much of the Lower 48 so it is time to don our best camouflage and Earth-tone clothing patterns in pursuit of chasing longbeards. Sitka is a leader in the hunting clothing arena and they have now expanded out their Sitka Equinox Guard collection to include solid colorways for year-round/off-season use as well as those who prefer Earth, Black, and Coyote color options.

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Sitka Equinox Guard Turkey Vest

The Sitka Equinox Guard turkey vest is an article of clothing that we previously reviewed here on AllOutdoor giving it much praise. It has a lot of mindful pockets and storage areas throughout, is super quiet with magnetic pockets, and a drop-down seat allows you to hunt anywhere in comfort. Now, you can get this vest in Earth, Waterfowl Timber, or Optifade Subalpine colorways.

75-denier brushed-face polyester woven fabric with durable water repellent finish
Comfortable, ergonomic fit designed for run-and-gun style hunting
Adjustable pack strap system offers customizable fit in sizes XS-XXL
Four compression straps reduce bulk and connect to each other to secure a bird
Removable dual-density foam seat deploys, cinches back up and stays harnessed tight to the pack when on the run
Water-resistant molded clamshell pocket with magnetic closure keeps two pot calls dry in divided sleeves; stores three diaphragm calls in easy-access slots

Sitka Equinox Guard Hoody

The Sitka Equinox Guard Hoody is meant to be a lightweight base layer for those colder days and a single outer layer on the hotter ones. Superb for tick, mosquito, and insect protection when you are trying to stay deathly still in front of a big Tom this spring. It comes in 5 different color options of Sitka Black, Coyote, Optifade Subalpine, Elevated II, and Waterfowl Timber.

Ultra-lightweight, breathable, tightly knit stretch fabric helps prevent against bites
Insect Shield® repels mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers and midges (no-see-ums)
Breathable mesh facemask deploys quickly and doesn’t obstruct vision
Long tail is designed to be tucked into pants for maximum chigger/tick protection
YKK® zippered chest pocket
UPF 50+ protection; treated with Polygiene® Odor Control Technology
Pair with Equinox Guard Pant and Glove for additional head-to-toe protection from insects
Total weight: 6.5 oz.

Sitka Equinox Guard Pant

The Equinox Guard Pant helps prevent contact with insects in three distinct ways: limited skin exposure, bite-reduction fabric and built-in Insect Shield® protection. Comfortable and moisture-wicking, especially in hot, humid conditions, the pant is made from a lightweight SITKA-developed fabric that promotes airflow and features zippered leg vents that expel heat when moving fast and zip up for extra protection. Internal leg gaiters helps prevent against ticks and chiggers from crawling up your legs when worn under socks.

Lightweight, breathable fabric with raised internal grid pattern promotes maximum airflow
Scent-free Insect Shield® repels mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers and midges (no-see-ums)
Internal leg gaiters helps prevent ticks and chiggers from contacting your skin when worn under socks
Two YKK® zippered side leg vents with mesh gussets expel heat when moving fast
Front leg YKK® zip pockets for additional ventilation and storage
Dedicated knife pocket
Hidden suspender attachment points
UPF 50+ protection; treated with Polygiene® Odor Control Technology
Pair with Equinox Guard Hoody and Glove for additional head-to-toe protection from insects
Total weight: 13.5 oz

The Sitka Equinox Guard pant has an MSRP of $249 and comes in 5 different colors of Lead, Coyote, Optifade Subalpine, Elevated II, and Waterfowl Timber. For those venturing out into the woods this spring looking to fill a turkey, this pair of pants – as well as the rest of the Sitka Equinox Guard collection – could serve you well in your efforts. As always, let us know all of your thoughts in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.

Adam Scepaniak